Senior Security Engineer

Vultr

. Design and develop Python-driven security tools, including vulnerability scanners, API security validators, and CI/CD security gateways using Flask/FastAPI .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced Python proficiency in developing security tools and automation solutions, with a strong focus on integrating security practices into CI/CD workflows and cloud-native environments. Capable of mentoring teams on secure development practices and building scalable security solutions.

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Python DevelopmentFlask/FastAPI FrameworkKubernetes Security AutomationGitLab CI/CD CustomizationSecurity Automation Principles

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Hard Skills

Security Tool DevelopmentVulnerability ScannersAPI Security ValidatorsCI/CD Security GatewaysInfrastructure-as-Code ValidationContainer Compliance ChecksSecrets ManagementSAST/DAST WorkflowsGrafana Dashboard CreationLegacy PHP Modernization

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

KubernetesGitLabGrafanaFlaskFastAPI

Industry Keywords

DevSecOpsSecurity AutomationCloud-Native EnvironmentsThreat DetectionSecurity Incident Response

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudFlaskGrafanaKubernetesPHPPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop Python-driven security tools, including vulnerability scanners, API security validators, and CI/CD security gateways using Flask/FastAPI
Build Kubernetes security automation, including RBAC policy generators, runtime threat detection systems, and automated secrets rotation
Create self-service security tools with infrastructure-as-code validators and container compliance checks
Enhance GitLab CI/CD pipelines with custom security automation, integrating SAST/DAST workflows and secrets detection
Develop Grafana-compatible tooling for real-time security metrics aggregation, log analysis, and threat visibility dashboards
Modernize legacy PHP systems through Python-based wrappers and migration pipelines
Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate security tooling into development workflows
Champion security automation best practices across cloud-native environments
Respond to security incidents with custom tooling and automated remediation workflows
Mentor team members on secure development practices and tool architecture

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of security-focused software development experience with demonstrated tool-building expertise
Advanced Python proficiency with production-grade development using Flask/FastAPI, async workflows, and comprehensive testing frameworks
Hands-on Kubernetes tooling experience, including operators, admission controllers, or custom security automation development
Practical experience with Grafana dashboard creation, metrics collection, and GitLab CI/CD pipeline customization
Basic PHP familiarity for legacy system collaboration and modernization projects
Strong understanding of security automation principles and DevSecOps practices
Experience with container security, secrets management, and infrastructure-as-code security validation
Ability to build scalable security solutions that integrate with existing development workflows
Track record of creating self-service tools that reduce manual security overhead

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% company-paid insurance premiums for employee medical, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan that matches 100% up to 4%, with immediate vesting
Professional Development Reimbursement of $2,500 each year
11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover Plan
Increased PTO at 3 year and 10 year anniversary
1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years
Anniversary Bonus each year
$500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following year
Internet reimbursement up to $75 per month
Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month
Company paid Wellable subscription